Cisco IR1001-G2 | IR1000 Ultra-Compact Industrial Router, 5G, Low Power

Q: What makes the IR1001-G2 suitable for industrial deployments?
A: The IR1001-G2 is purpose-built for harsh industrial environments with ultra-compact form factor, ultra-low power consumption (under 5W), wide DC input voltage range (9.6-60V), extended operating temperature range, and hardening against shock, dust, humidity and electrostatic discharge. It supports modular 5G connectivity for flexible deployment in space and power-constrained locations.

Q: What connectivity options does the IR1001-G2 support?
A: The IR1001-G2 features modular cellular connectivity with support for 5G Reduced Capability (RedCap) pluggable interface modules, including support for SGP.32 eSIM standard for over-the-air remote SIM provisioning. It also supports serial interfaces for legacy SCADA equipment and provides SD-WAN capabilities for enterprise integration.

Q: What are typical use cases for the IR1001-G2?
A: The IR1001-G2 is ideal for utility grid monitoring, oil and gas pipeline infrastructure, transportation systems, roadside cabinet deployments, distribution substations, remote asset monitoring, SCADA traffic backhauling, and any industrial IoT application requiring reliable connectivity in power-constrained or remote locations with extreme environmental conditions.

Q: Does the IR1001-G2 support advanced routing and security features?
A: Yes, running Cisco IOS XE software, the IR1001-G2 provides comprehensive routing protocols, VPN, firewall capabilities, threat protection, and SD-WAN functionality. It offers two software tiers: Routing Essentials for core IoT deployments and Routing Advantage for enhanced features, both delivered through Cisco Smart Licensing.

Q: Can the IR1001-G2 operate in solar or battery-powered deployments?
A: Absolutely. With power consumption under 5W and support for 9.6 to 60V DC input, the IR1001-G2 is specifically designed for solar-powered and battery-powered remote deployments where minimizing power draw is critical to operation. Its ultra-low power profile makes it ideal for off-grid installations.